Foley, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Foley is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,685. Residents earn $58,092 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,685 Population 1,045/sq mi density
$58,092 Median Income $29,512 per capita
$192,600 Home Value $252,504 Zillow
$1,006 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,092 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$192,600 home value, $1,006/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,092
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,600
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,006
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

How Foley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,685
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density1,045/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,092
Per Capita$29,512
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$4,897M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,600
Rent$1,006
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,504

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation1,139 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+86.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Foley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Foley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foley is $58,092, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foley is $192,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,006 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Foley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Foley has a population of 2,685 with a density of 1,045 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

2,685
Total Population
1,045
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Foley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foley is $58,092, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Foley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,092
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$83,466

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,490
County GDP$4,897M

Business (County)

Restaurants119
Healthcare198
Retail194
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,425
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Foley is $192,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,006 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,504.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,504

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$115
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,006
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,425
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Foley, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Foley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death4,934/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access84.6%
Healthcare Facilities198

Crime Rates: Foley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Foley has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall49.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,139 ft (347 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density1,045/sq mi
Coordinates45.6636°N, 93.9095°W
County FIPS27141
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,045/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities198
Restaurants119
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home9.1%

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